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Strangulation Death of a Child Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by All Strong Industry

Reported: December 15, 2009 Initiated: December 15, 2009 #10068

Product Description

This recall involves Roman shades distributed by All Strong Industry that are made of a white-on-white striped fabric and measure about 64 inches long and the width ranges between 23 and 39 inches. The head rail has a strangulation warning and a label stating "CF" (Ching Feng Fashion Home Fashions Co., Ltd.), "52% Cotton/48% Polyester", and made in either Taiwan, Thailand or China. "RN 103984" is printed on another sewn-in tag near the bottom back side of the fabric.

Reason for Recall

Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.

Remedy

Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
This recall involves Roman shades distributed by All Strong Industry that are made of a white-on-white striped fabric and measure about 64 inches long and the width ranges between 23 and 39 inches. The head rail has a strangulation warning and a label stating "CF" (Ching Feng Fashion Home Fashions Co., Ltd.), "52% Cotton/48% Polyester", and made in either Taiwan, Thailand or China. "RN 103984" is printed on another sewn-in tag near the bottom back side of the fabric.. Recalled by All Strong Industry (USA) Inc., of Ontario, Calif.. Units affected: About 290,000.
Why was this product recalled?
Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
What should consumers do?
Consumers should stop using the recalled Roman shades immediately and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the CPSC on December 15, 2009. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: 10068.